Title: Kaitipu - Papamoa Hills Holiday Cabin Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Kaitipu - Papamoa Hills Holiday Cabin Holiday home in Waitao with kitchen and patio ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75850000/75845800/75845782/w1591h1067x9y0-752cd2e5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, coffee/tea maker, cookware/dishes/utensils](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75850000/75845800/75845782/1e8de10a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75850000/75845800/75845782/5064532f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75850000/75845800/75845782/11aa0b58.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75850000/75845800/75845782/9e675953.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Perched in the Papamoa Hills, Kaitipu offers a serene escape with idyllic views of the surrounding landscape. This eco-friendly cabin features a deck and garden where you can unwind and enjoy your morning Nespresso coffee while taking in the chorus of birdsong. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2969 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Kitchen - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Kaitipu - Papamoa Hills Holiday Cabin Perfectly perched in the Papamoa Hills, with idyllic views of the surrounding landscape, this beautifully decorated cabin offers the ultimate relaxation and serenity for your next escape to the stunning Bay of Plenty. Welcome to Kaitipu! This holiday cabin is newly built, with a strong focus on sustainability. Kaitipu is solar powered, uses rainwater with a microfilter, as well as employing other sustainable sources of energy and materials to minimise your carbon footprint, all while you enjoy your blissful getaway. Besides the exciting sustainable aspect of this cabin, you’re guaranteed to fall in love with the surrounding landscape right upon arrival. Located in the Papamoa Hills, your elevated position gives you a gorgeous outlook to the surrounding area, to be enjoyed from the comfort of your deck or garden. Maximising on the limited space effectively and designed with every detail in mind , a queen-sized bed, dining area and kitchenette all complete the set up for a fuss-free stay. You can also enjoy a fresh Nespresso coffee alfresco, while listening to the chorus of morning birdsong and enjoy the stunning views. Kaitipu is located only a 24-minute drive from Mount Maunganui, head into town for the day to enjoy the best of the local shopping and fare or a 15-minute drive from stunning Papamoa beach. You’re also only a 6-minute drive from picturesque Kaiate Falls, if you’re keen on chasing waterfalls. Or, if you’re keen to get stuck into some biking in your downtime, Summerhill Mountain Bike Park is only a 16-minute drive from this Papamoa Hills accommodation. You’ll be in awe of this small slice of sustainable paradise, here at Kaitipu! Please note that due to the property having unfenced access to a pond, and there is no barrier on the deck to prevent falls, it is not suitable for children to stay here.There is another dwelling on site that will be occupied during your stay.There is another cabin on site that may be occupied during your stay. It can also be rented as a holiday rental through Bachcare. To view the property, search property ID 1099091 for Kaiate.Please be aware this property does not have a full kitchen. A kitchenette with fridge, stove, kettle and Nespresso Coffee Machine is available for use during your stay. Please also note that this property is solar powered and all appliances (other than mobile phone/laptop chargers) that guests bring must be checked and verified as available to be plugged in, i.e hair dryers or straighteners, with Bachcare prior to your stay commencing. While this property has electric bikes and helmets available for hire, we would recommend bringing your own well-fitting helmets to ensure safety. The hire of the electric bikes and helmets are payable on site during your stay. Information on how to book the bikes will be available at the property. Please note, the bikes are offered independently of Bachcare.Breakfast may be able to be ordered during your stay at this property. Please enquire with Bachcare at least four working days before your booking is due to commence for more information. Be aware this service is not provided by Bachcare and therefore availability is at the discretion of the local vendor.Please note a bond may be charged at certain times of the year. One of our team members will contact you if this is required for your booking. ## Property amenities ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Kitchenette - Refrigerator ### Bedrooms - Bedroom ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Shower ### Outdoor areas - Fenced yard - Garden - Patio ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Garden - Property does not allow children - Unit size: 969 square feet ## Similar properties ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75850000/75846000/75845918/e62e90d0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Kaiate - Papamoa Hills Holiday Cabin Waitao - Kitchen - Outdoor space - Parking available [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-14&endDate=2025-10-15&selected=75845918&PinnedHotelID=75845918&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33550000/33546700/33546697/b7be4a38.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Pacific Island-style @ the foot of 'Mauao' Mount Maunganui Mount Maunganui - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen - Free WiFi 9.6 Exceptional 129 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-14&endDate=2025-10-15&selected=33546697&PinnedHotelID=33546697&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103650000/103647700/103647602/f3c57dee.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Laneway cottage Tauriko - Kitchen - Washer - Free WiFi - Air conditioning 9.8 Exceptional 10 reviews £111 includes taxes & fees 14 Oct - 15 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-14&endDate=2025-10-15&selected=103647602&PinnedHotelID=103647602&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100180000/100170800/100170731/51aa14c9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Charming Two-Bedroom Cottage in a peaceful Country Setting Waitao - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi - Air conditioning 9.8 Exceptional 69 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-14&endDate=2025-10-15&selected=100170731&PinnedHotelID=100170731&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/61000000/60640000/60634200/60634179/8041227d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sunny Beach Bach with peaceful backyard Papamoa Beach - Kitchen - Washer - Free WiFi - Air conditioning 9.4 Exceptional 17 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-14&endDate=2025-10-15&selected=60634179&PinnedHotelID=60634179&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114140000/114137100/114137072/284b84db.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Panoramic vista from city to the sea. 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as 601910 ## About the area Waitao is home to this holiday home. Blokart Recreation Park and Tenpin Tauranga are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Looking Glass Garden and Game On Activities. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Mercury Baypark or Tauranga Domain. [Visit our Waitao travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Waitao.dx6343635) [View more Holiday homes in Waitao](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Waitao-Private-Holiday-Homes.d6343635-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=-37.77774,176.2332&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:xqpeFopsr%60%40%3FS%3FS%3FS%3FS%40Q%40U%40Q%40U%40Q%40SBQ%40SBSBQBQBUBQBQDSDQBSDSDQDQFQDODQFQFQFOFQFQFOFMHSFMHOHOHQHMHOHKHOJMHOJKHOJKJKJMJMJKLKJKJGLMJKLGJILKLGLILILGLILENGLILELENELELENENGLCNCNELANCNCLANCNAN%3FNCL%3FN%3FNAN%3FN%3FN%40N%3FL%3FNBN%3FN%40NBL%40NBNBL%40NDNBLBNFLDNDLDNDLDLDLHNDLFLHLFLHLHLFLJJHLFJJLLJFJJLJJJJLJLJJJJHNJJHNJLHNHJHNHLHPHNHNFLHRFLFNFPFPFNFPFPDPDNFPDPDPDRBRDPDRBPBPBTBPBPBR%40RBP%40R%40P%40T%40P%40T%40P%3FR%3FR%3FR%3FR%3FR%3FR%3FR%3FRAPATAPATANATCPAPCTCPCPCTCPCPEREPCREREPEPGPENEPGPGPGNGPGPGNGLIRGLININIPILINIJINKLINKJINKJKJKLKJKLMJKJKFMJKLMFKHMJMFMHMHMFMHMFODMHMDMDODMDODMDOFMBOBODM%40OBOBM%40OBO%40O%3FOBM%3FO%3FO%40O%3FO%3FOAO%3FM%3FOCO%3FOAOCMAOCOCMAOEOCMCOGOEMEMEOEMEMEMIOGMEMIMGMIMIMGMKKIMGKMMKKGKKMKKMKKKMKKKKIOKKIOKMIOIKIOIMIQIOIOGMISGMGOGQGQGOGQGQEQEOGQEQEQESCSEQESCQCQCUCQCQCUAQCQAUAOAUAQAUAQ%3FS%3FS%3FS%3FS&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=0XNjFyO0dL7q-afrcgJCln3Z12k=) Waitao, Tauranga ### What's nearby - Kaiate Falls - 8 min drive - 2.5 miles - Papamoa Beach - 26 min drive - 10.9 miles - Mercury Baypark - 27 min drive - 12.0 miles - Tauranga Domain - 33 min drive - 13.8 miles - Mount Maunganui - 41 min drive - 17.3 miles ### Getting around - Tauranga (TRG) - 37 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Blended Eatery - ‬22 min drive - ‪Papamoa Beach Tavern - ‬23 min drive - ‪Robert Harris - ‬23 min drive - ‪McDonald's - ‬24 min drive - ‪Thai Thani - Papamoa - ‬24 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Kaitipu - Papamoa Hills Holiday Cabin pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Kaitipu - Papamoa Hills Holiday Cabin? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Kaitipu - Papamoa Hills Holiday Cabin? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Kaitipu - Papamoa Hills Holiday Cabin located? > Situated in Waitao, this holiday home is 2.2 mi (3.6 km) from Kaiate Falls and within 6 miles (10 km) of Looking Glass Garden and Rangataua Bay. Donovan Park and Western Bay of Plenty District Council and Library are also within 9 miles (15 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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